Safety Alert: Computer use can be monitored and is impossible to completely clear. If you are afraid your internet and/or computer usage might be monitored, please use a safer computer or call the Statewide Domestic Violence Hotline (800) 500-1119 or TTY (800) 621-4202.

Domestic violence can affect anyone. If you are in immediate danger, please call 911.

If you need information, want to ask a question or need someone to talk to, we encourage you to call Florida’s toll-free statewide hotline 1-800-500-1119 or to find a certified domestic violence center near you go to Local Services.

You are not alone – there is support and assistance for you. All calls and services are confidential.

Many victims of domestic violence suffer silently each day, feeling alone and afraid. As a close family member or friend, you may feel like a helpless bystander watching your loved one endure these feelings.

A Partnership with Florida’s Allstate Agents, FCADV and Domestic Violence CentersAllstate Florida and FCADV are pleased to announce #SpringCleaning4DV, this spring’s donation drive to benefit participating certified domestic violence centers throughout the state. This exciting project is a direct result of the growing partnership between Allstate Florida, participating Allstate Agents, FCADV and Florida’s local domestic violence programs.

Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence

The mission of the Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence (FCADV) is to create a violence free world by empowering women and children through the elimination of personal and institutional violence and oppression against all people. FCADV provides leadership, advocacy, education, training, technical assistance, public policy and development, and support to domestic violence center programs.

HISTORY

In 1977, a small group of 14 shelters in Florida formed a network of battered women’s advocates known as the Refuge Information Network. Several years later, this initial organization was incorporated as the Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence.The Coalition, like the Network, was founded on principles of cooperation and unity among shelters. FCADV serves as the professional association for the state’s 42 certified domestic violence centers, and is the primary representative of battered women and their children in the public policy arena.Members share the goal of ending domestic violence through community education, public policy development and services for victims.

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Understanding DV

Understanding Domestic Violence & SafetyDomestic violence can affect anyone. If you are a victim of abuse, you are NEVER to blame – it is NOT your fault. The abuse can be physical, sexual, emotional, psychological, economic or a combination of many types of abuse. Committing domestic violence is a choice made by the abuser!